E.G. Morse Joins Ares as Asia Credit Head, Dinesh Goel and Gabriel Appointed

Ares Management expands leadership team with key hires in Asia credit and private equity divisions.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 2:19am

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Ares Management Corporation, a leading global alternative investment manager, announced today that E.G. Morse will join the firm as Head of Asia Credit. Additionally, Dinesh Goel and Gabriel Perez have been appointed as Managing Directors in Ares' private equity division, focusing on investment opportunities in Asia.

Why it matters

The new hires at Ares highlight the firm's strategic focus on expanding its presence and investment capabilities in the fast-growing Asian markets. Morse's appointment as Head of Asia Credit signals Ares' intent to deepen its credit expertise in the region, while the additions of Goel and Perez strengthen the firm's private equity bench.

The details

E.G. Morse will be responsible for leading Ares' credit investment efforts across Asia, including sourcing, underwriting, and managing credit investments in the region. Dinesh Goel and Gabriel Perez will focus on identifying and executing private equity transactions in Asia, leveraging their extensive experience and networks in the region.

  • Ares announced the new hires on April 8, 2026.

The players

E.G. Morse

An experienced credit investment professional who will join Ares as the new Head of Asia Credit.

Dinesh Goel

A new Managing Director in Ares' private equity division, focusing on investment opportunities in Asia.

Gabriel Perez

A new Managing Director in Ares' private equity division, focusing on investment opportunities in Asia.

Ares Management Corporation

A leading global alternative investment manager that is expanding its presence and investment capabilities in the Asian markets.

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What they’re saying

“We are excited to welcome E.G., Dinesh, and Gabriel to the Ares team. Their deep expertise and relationships in Asia will be invaluable as we continue to grow our presence and investment activities in this important region.”

— Michael Arougheti, Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer and President of Ares Management Corporation

The takeaway

Ares Management's strategic hires in Asia credit and private equity demonstrate the firm's commitment to capitalizing on the significant growth opportunities in the region and further diversifying its global alternative investment platform.